What it does

SpatialChat is a virtual conferencing platform that replaces traditional grid-based video calls with immersive, spatial environments. By using avatar-based navigation and proximity-based audio, it recreates the dynamic feel of in-person mingling and collaboration in a digital space.

Why founders need it

Remote and hybrid teams suffer from high levels of ‘Zoom fatigue’ due to the rigid, unnatural nature of standard video conferencing. SpatialChat enables more organic networking, impromptu sub-group conversations, and collaborative workspaces that mirror physical offices, helping to maintain company culture and engagement.

How to use it

  • Virtual Events: Host large-scale summits where attendees move between ‘rooms’ for networking.
  • Collaborative Offices: Create a persistent virtual floor plan where team members can ‘walk’ over to a colleague’s desk for a quick sync.
  • Education/Training: Use breakout rooms to facilitate small group workshops during larger sessions.

Integrations

Integrates with major productivity tools including Miro, Google Docs, Kahoot, and various CRM/LMS systems.

Vs Alternatives

  • Zoom/Google Meet: Rigid layouts; better for formal presentations but worse for casual interaction.
  • Gather.town: More ‘retro’ game-like aesthetic compared to SpatialChat’s focus on professional, clean video-forward engagement.